October 6, 2011
chorizo

Depending on where you grew up, you might know chorizo as a cured Spanish sausage flavored with...

September 18, 2011
cupcake

These delicious cinnamon chocolate churro cupcakes resemble the fried treat that is made throughout...

September 8, 2011
tomatoes

To me, heirloom tomatoes are the most beautiful summer vegetable.  They are misshapen and...

September 4, 2011

Shellfish (shrimp, lobster, crab, mussels, clams, oysters etc...) have nothing in common with fish...

August 16, 2011
Goose Foie Gras

Chef Dan Barber of Blue Hill Restaurant in New York recently presented for TED (Technology,...

August 13, 2011

Romesco is the Spanish “ketchup.” Think of the sauce as a Spanish pesto. •Substitute almonds for...

August 13, 2011

•Sweet •Smoky •Salty Those three adjectives describe this Tapas-style amuse-bouche. Amuse bouche...

August 13, 2011

Empañadas are a classic Spanish Tapas dish. They are similar to the Italian calzones or the Arabic...

August 9, 2011
sangria

Sangria is a refreshing cocktail from Spain that combines wine with liquor and a dash of club coda...

July 30, 2011
cumin seeds

Cumin, a seed from the parlsey family, is the second most popular spice in the world -- after black...

July 26, 2011
ferran adria

One of the world's best restaurants, elBulli, is going to be featured on the big screen. ...

July 25, 2011
caprese sliders

For foodies, there is no better way to celebrate the peak of summer than to cook.  These blog...

July 22, 2011
shrimp canape

White Fish Piccata I love using Dover Sole for this recipe, served with pasta or garlic mashed...

July 22, 2011
ham

Spanish cured meats are making a splash in American markets.  They are on the rage on menus...

July 16, 2011
Sangria

A traditional Spanish punch, sangria is a combination of wine (usually red), liquor (often brandy...

July 12, 2011

These no-cook sauces will have you in and out of the kitchen in no time. Sun Dried Tomato Romesco...

July 6, 2011
gazpacho

A classic Spanish dish, gazpacho is the quintessential no-cook summer soup. Made from fresh...

May 5, 2011

Mojo Verde (green sauce) is a typical sauce found in the Canary Islands. There are many versions...

February 2, 2011

Enrico Tomas (Harry) Lightcap.  My Grandfather’s Recipe For Black Bean Soup Served With...

January 28, 2011

Spanish tapa. This homemade version means you don't have to visit Spain to enjoy this popular...

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